COP28 highlights concrete solutions to combat climate change, including reducing fossil fuel burning, increasing renewable energy use, switching to electric vehicles, and capturing carbon from the atmosphere.
Extreme temperatures at live music events are becoming a safety concern, as a recent incident at a Taylor Swift concert in Rio de Janeiro demonstrates.
Record number of young women enrolling in agriculture courses, signaling a positive future for the industry.
Scientists are using insect surveillance and climate forecasts to fight climate-fuelled diseases, developing prediction tools to understand how changes in climate and land-use impact insect-borne diseases and deliver early warning systems to help communities prepare and prevent the spread of diseases.
Firefighters in Smolensk, Russia, rescue injured owl from crows, showing their compassion for animals in need.
New interactive map reveals that urban areas with less tree cover have higher air pollution levels, highlighting the need for policymakers to prioritize tree planting in areas of need.
Game developers are increasingly focusing on creating more realistic weather conditions in their games to enhance the immersive experience for players.
Rock band Kiss has used avatar technology developed for the Abba Voyage show to ensure their digital immortality, with plans for future concerts, rock operas, musicals, or adventures.
The highly anticipated trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) has been revealed, featuring a female protagonist named Lucia and a Miami-inspired Vice City setting, but fans will have to wait until 2025 for its release.
Weather apps are getting more accurate and personalized, using real-time updates and AI to provide up-to-date information.
Employers are seeking employees with AI skills, but workers feel overwhelmed by the amount they need to learn.
Elon Musk’s profane outburst and the ad boycott on X, formerly known as Twitter, could lead to the company’s bankruptcy.
Bidding wars in the rental market are driving up prices and leaving many tenants without affordable housing.
A former Tesla employee leaked data to a German newspaper, raising concerns about the safety of the company’s self-driving technology.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang expresses confidence in AI safety and highlights collaboration with Singapore government.
Air France, Lufthansa, and Etihad have had their ads banned in the UK for misleading consumers about their environmental impact.
Blackpink signs new contract with YG Entertainment, reassuring fans and securing their future as a group.
Rising baby formula costs strain parents’ budgets, but concerns about cheaper brands’ nutritional quality persist.
Severe drought in Spain causes olive oil prices to soar, impacting production and consumption worldwide.
A World War Two bomb found in a fisherman’s net off the coast of Denmark was safely detonated by the Danish navy.
Cash use in the UK has increased for the first time in a decade, with 19% of purchases made with cash last year, as shoppers become more budget-conscious due to rising prices, according to the British Retail Consortium.
Retrograde cricopharyngeus dysfunction (R-CPD), or “no burp syndrome,” negatively impacts the quality of life of sufferers, causing embarrassment, anxiety, and depression, yet it is often misunderstood and underdiagnosed by doctors, highlighting the need for more awareness and research into the condition.
AI is expected to impact nearly 40% of all jobs, worsening overall inequality, according to the IMF.
Scientists capture first-ever footage of the Attenborough’s long-beaked echidna, proving it’s not extinct.
Prince Abdul Mateen of Brunei, known for his good looks and military service, has officially married his commoner fiancée in a 10-day royal wedding celebration, solidifying his place in the public eye.
African leaders propose global carbon tax regime to help poorer nations cope with climate change.
Greek PM calls for return of Elgin Marbles, comparing their separation to cutting the Mona Lisa in half.
Search queries related to “climate anxiety” have increased 27 times in the first 10 months of 2023 compared to the same period in 2017, with women being more affected than men, according to data gathered by Google and shared exclusively with BBC 100 Women.
Starting your fitness journey in December or late autumn can be more effective and less intimidating than waiting until January, as the slower pace of the season and less crowded gyms can provide a more comfortable environment to build healthy habits and confidence.
Scientists discover liquid water reservoir on Mars, deep within the rocky crust, revolutionizing understanding of the planet.
Divers in the Turks and Caicos Islands are using antibiotics to save sick corals from the deadliest coral sickness ever recorded, stony coral tissue loss disease (SCTLD).
Nigel Richards wins Spanish Scrabble title without speaking the language, showcasing extraordinary memorization skills.
Telecoms firms are embracing AI to manage network demands and improve customer service, with the potential to democratise access to specialist tools and make networks more efficient and environmentally friendly.
Ice rescue instructor and his wife capture stunning footage of themselves skating on a rare “ice window” in Alaska’s Alpine lakes, showcasing the beauty and rarity of this natural phenomenon.
Extreme temperatures at live music events are becoming a safety concern, as a recent incident at a Taylor Swift concert in Rio de Janeiro demonstrates.
